1984 Austin Montego vs. 2002 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2002 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jensen SV-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jensen SV-8 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 Jensen SV-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2002 Jensen SV-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jensen SV-8 (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 340 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Jensen SV-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 2002 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Austin | Jensen |
| Model | Montego | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2410 mm |
